Channahon, IL – A high-risk search warrant in Channahon led to the discovery of an explosive device and bomb-making materials early Tuesday morning. Police detained Bill Fossett, 37, without incident at his residence on the 22600 block of Deal Avenue.
At approximately 5:30 a.m., Channahon Police, with support from the Illinois State Police Tactical Response Team (TRT) SWAT, executed the search as part of an ongoing firearms investigation. Officers found an improvised explosive device (IED) in the kitchen, along with other materials used for bomb construction.
Police evacuated nearby residences and issued a shelter-in-place order for blocks surrounding Deal Avenue. Specialists from the Illinois State Police Weapons of Mass Destruction team, Will County K9 Unit, and DuPage County Bomb Squad confirmed the device posed no immediate threat and lifted the order.
Fossett faces multiple charges, including possession of explosives, firearms without a valid FOID card, and methamphetamine possession. Authorities report that Fossett remains in custody, with no injuries to officers or civilians.
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